Tequila Cocktail
Elevate your cocktail game with this refreshing and irresistibly zesty Tequila Cocktail recipe! Featuring the bold, clean flavor of silver or blanco tequila, balanced perfectly with tangy fresh lime juice, a splash of orange liqueur, and a touch of agave syrup for natural sweetness, this drink is a celebration of vibrant citrus notes. The salted rim adds a delightful touch that complements the drink's bright, smooth profile, while the lime wedge garnish ties it all together. Ready in just 5 minutes, it's the ultimate blend of simplicity and sophistication—perfect for any occasion, from relaxed summer evenings to festive gatherings. Keywords: tequila cocktail recipe, refreshing lime drink, easy tequila cocktails, cocktail with agave syrup, salted rim cocktail.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila (silver or blanco)
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz Orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 0.25 oz Agave syrup
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 2 tsp Salt (for rimming the glass)
- 1 piece Lime wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the glass by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into a small plate of salt to coat the edge.
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Add the tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, and agave syrup to the shaker.
Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.
Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice (optional).
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4405 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 32 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
